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How To Prevent Cattle Respiratory Disease?
Jun. 15, 2021
Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is the most common cause of disease and death in Australian feedlot cattle. It is most common in the first four weeks after entry into the feedlot.
Bovine respiratory disease complex (BRDC) is the leading cause of severe respiratory infections in calves. The disease is multifactorial, with stress or decreased immunity leading to the emergence of multiple pathogens. We investigated the susceptibility of bovine airway epithelial cells (BAEC) to three major viral infections associated with BRDC: bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV), bovine herpesvirus type 1 (BHV-1), and bovine parainfluenza virus type 3 (BPIV3) .
BRD is caused by a combination of stress and pathogenic factors, including viruses and bacteria.
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Conditions under which BRD can occur
During the first four weeks of entry into the feedlot if the cattle are not properly prepared or "backgrounded". Unstressed cattle on pasture are rarely affected.
Under stressful conditions, including
Recently weaned
Sale yard
Transported
Injured
Dehydration
Mixing, pen competition, pen "add-ons" and action
Handling
Extreme weather and dust
Changes in feed and water.
Differential diagnosis
Early identification of affected cattle is critical and pens should be checked daily.
Clinical signs that would lead you to suspect bovine respiratory disease include
Depression and loss of interest in the surroundings
Lethargy and reluctance to move
Lengthening of the head
Drooping ears
Discharge from the eyes, nose and mouth
Coughing
Rapid shallow breathing.
Diagnosing the causative factors associated with bovine respiratory disease on your property requires the help of your veterinarian. Knowing the specific causes will allow you to develop specific prevention strategies and treatment plans.
Prevention
A comprehensive approach to the prevention of bovine respiratory disease should consider the following.
Reducing stress in cattle during the first four weeks of the feedlot
Improve cattle adaptation to the feedlot environment by selecting cattle directly from breeders and producers who raise weaned heifers and by backgrounding cattle prior to entering the feedlot
Vaccinate against respiratory diseases during backgrounding
Avoid sudden changes in feed and water intake
Minimize pen "add-ons" and movement.